On Tue, 2007-01-23 at 00:43 -0500, Art wrote:
> Greetings all,
> 
> I need a level converter to convert from LVTTL to RS-232. I have a 
> 3.3 volt OEM GPS module that I need to hook up to an RS-232.
> 
> If I power the max232 with 3.3 volts, will it limit it's output to 
> levels between 0 and 3.3 volts on the TTL outputs and still provive 
> the necessary RS-232 levels as well, or do I need a specialty level 
> converter for LVTTL to RS-232?

Use a level converter meant for 3.3V. The MAX3232 is one I've used with
success.

No point in my mind trying to use a part out of spec.

TTYL

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